Canvas Print : Lear / Nonsense / Boat
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Lear / Nonsense / Boat
There was an Old Man in a boat, who said, I m afloat, I m afloat! When they said, No you ain t! he was ready to faint, that unhappy Old Man in a boat
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Media ID 4404975
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10236661
1846 Afloat Ain T Faint Lear Nonsense Ready Unhappy
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the whimsical world of classic literature to life with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Lear / Nonsense / Boat" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, inspired by the beloved nursery rhyme about an old man in a boat, adds a touch of playful charm to any space. The high-quality canvas print is coated with a protective UV varnish to preserve the colors and ensure durability. Experience the magic of storytelling through art and transform your home into a gallery of timeless stories with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of despair and disbelief experienced by an elderly man in a small boat, as he clings to the belief that he is indeed afloat. The scene, reminiscent of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's famous verse "There was an Old Man in a boat," is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. Published in 1846, this historical print brings to life a tale of uncertainty and doubt, as the man's companions insist that he is not actually floating, but rather, sinking. The unhappy old man, ready to give up, braces himself for the inevitable, his expression a mix of disbelief and resignation. The image, with its rich detail and intricate textures, invites us to delve deeper into the story, to imagine the circumstances that led to this moment of crisis. The worn pages of the old book in the foreground, with its frayed edges and faded ink, serve as a reminder of the passage of time and the enduring power of literature to transport us to other worlds. This print, a beautiful and intriguing piece of historical art, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to ponder the human condition and the power of belief in the face of doubt. A must-have for any history or literature enthusiast, this print is a testament to the enduring allure of the written word and the stories it brings to life.
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